Air Conditioning Equipment Mechanic Job at U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs i

Overview

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This position is located in either the AC Shop of the Maintenance and Operations Section or the Internal Project Crew of the Engineering Service of New Mexico Veterans Administration Health Care System. The work involves preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, installation, overhaul, calibration, modification, and repair of a variety of domestic, commercial, industrial and specialized heating, ventilating, air conditioning and refrigeration equipment and systems.

Responsibilities

• Performing, installing, maintaining and calibrating both electronic and pneumatic controls such as relays, humidistats, temperature controls, solenoid valves, chiller water valves, steam valves and other components used in conjunction with air conditioning, refrigeration and heating systems.
• Utilizing vibration analyzers, electronic thermometers, hydrothermograph recorders, metal brakes, Bridgeport machines, hydraulic punches and riveters, multimeters, etc. to carry out duties.
• Performing preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, installation, overhaul, calibration, modification, and repair to a variety of domestic, commercial, industrial and specialized heating, ventilating, air conditioning and refrigeration equipment and systems.
• Installing and servicing electric motors from 1/6 HP to 40 HP commonly used on air conditioning, refrigeration, heating and exhaust systems.
• Making adjustments and recording findings such as compressor temperatures, water temperatures, oil pressures, and other information pertinent to the safe and efficient operation of all equipment.

Work Schedule

Monday to Friday, 7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

Position Description

Title/PD#: Air Conditioning Equipment Mechanic/PD50193A

Physical Requirements

Strenuous physical effort is required while dismantling and reassembling equipment. The incumbent frequently carries and sets up parts and equipment up to 50 pounds, occasionally lifting up to 100 pounds with assistance. Work may involve ladders, scaffolding, and reaching into hard-to-reach areas. Stooping, bending, kneeling and hand dexterity are frequent requirements.

Working Conditions

Work inside and outside, including on rooftops and in cramped areas with low overheads and noise. Potential exposure to toxic refrigerants. Personal protective equipment must be worn when performing certain tasks.

Requirements

• You must be a U.S. citizen to apply for this job
• Subject to a background/suitability investigation
• Designated and/or random drug testing may be required
• May serve a probationary period
• Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959
• A complete application package (resume, transcripts, etc.)
• Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process

Qualifications

To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement.

EXPERIENCE: A specific length of training and experience is not required, but you must show evidence of training or experience of sufficient scope and quality to perform the duties of this position. Evidence must be supported by detailed descriptions in your resume. Applicants will be rated under the OPM Federal Wage System Qualification Standards.

SCREEN-OUT ELEMENT: Your qualifications will be evaluated against the prescribed screen-out element. Those with at least the minimal acceptable qualification proceed; others are found ineligible. The remainder are rated against the Job Elements: abilities to do the work without more than normal supervision; equipment installation, repair; interpretation of instructions and blueprints; technical practices; troubleshooting; use and maintenance of tools and equipment.

Experience includes paid and unpaid work, including volunteer service. You will receive credit for qualifying experience.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Additional information

Under the Fair Chance to Compete Act, the Department of Veterans Affairs prohibits requesting an applicant’s criminal history prior to accepting a tentative job offer. Participation in the seasonal influenza program is required for all VA Health Care Personnel. Wearing a face mask may be required when an exemption to the influenza vaccination has been granted. HCP are defined to include VA staff and contractors who may interact with patients.

The Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP) and Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) provide eligible displaced VA competitive service employees with selection priority over other candidates. Information about ICTAP and CTAP is available on OPM’s Career Transition Resources website: https://www.opm.gov/.

This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies. If you are unable to apply online, contact the Agency Contact listed in the Job Opportunity Announcement.

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